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US: how has arrest of former Prince Andrew been greeted
US correspondent Zach Montellaro has a wrap of the news week from Washington DC Audio
UK police arrest ex-prince Andrew over misconduct relating to Epstein
The arrest of King Charles' younger brother, who is eighth in line to the throne, is unprecedented in modern times.
Australian police now flying drones over NSW town
Authorities are moving to reassure the public that police drones will not be used for everyday surveillance.
Genocide in Sudan's al-Fashir, UN probe says
A UN probe found hallmarks pointing to genocide against non-Arab groups in al-Fashir.
Australia's largest mosque demands security boost over threatening letters
Another threatening letter has been sent to Lakemba Mosque in Sydney's west, the third in recent weeks just hours before the start of Ramadan on Wednesday.
The Panel Plus
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: as the battle rages on to bring Jeffrey Epstein's victims justice, the sad reality… Audio
US military prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend
Though President Donald Trump has yet to make a final decision on whether he'll authorise such actions, sources say.
Reporter sorry for 'having a drink' before Olympics live cross
After Danika Mason's went viral due to her slurred speech, which she's blamed on drinking on an empty stomach.
Ukraine reclaims more than 200km of territory
It's the largest battlefield gain in more than two-and-a-half-years and comes as Starlink cuts off Russian access in some areas.
UN nuclear chief warns Iran-US talks 'don't have much time'
US threats of military action loomed over the latest negotiations.
UK: Unemployment jumps, Andrew protection probed
UK correspondent Rob Watson joins Kathryn to talk about unemployment in the UK climbing to its highest rate in five years. Audio
Mark Zuckerberg grilled over whether Instagram is addictive
He did not respond to a question about what his message would be to parents who say their children were harmed by social media.
Epstein files offer new clues about his billionaire benefactor
Les Wexner, the former owner of Victoria's Secret, is one of the most mysterious figures in Epstein's orbit.
Sadowski-Synnott becomes world's most decorated Olympic snowboarder
The 24-year-old Kiwi has powered to another silver medal. Audio
Two days of 'difficult' Ukraine talks end with no breakthrough
President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Moscow of stalling US-mediated efforts to end the four-year-old war.
Mark Zuckerberg in court over youth safety on social media
Mark Zuckerberg will be in court today giving evidence about youth safety on his social media platforms. Correspondent Ira Spitzer spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Why do nose and ear hairs get longer and thicker?
More hair where we don't want is under-researched, according to two academics.
World news update for 19 February 2026
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
Africa: Gabon suspends social media platforms due to conflict
Gabon suspends all social media and US troops land in Nigeria, Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports from Africa Audio
Israeli far-right minister to push for 'migration' of West Bank, Gaza Palestinians
"We will eliminate the idea of an Arab terror state," Israeli's far-right Finance Minister said at an event organised by his Religious Zionism Party.